Altar of the Lost
Altar of the Lost is a Uncommon Artifact from Dark Ascension (144) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {3}. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $0.44 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Altar of the Lost suits collectors and players working on Dark Ascension who need the Uncommon slot. This is typically a low-cost slot for master sets; avoid overpaying unless you need a specific finish or near-mint condition.
What is Altar of the Lost from Dark Ascension?
Altar of the Lost is a Artifact in Dark Ascension numbered 144. Mana cost {3}. Altar of the Lost (144) from Dark Ascension should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together. This printing is from Dark Ascension.
What is Altar of the Lost worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $0.44 for Altar of the Lost. Low and high spread runs $0.44 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $0.05; foil: $0.44; Normal: $0.06. This printing is from Dark Ascension. Collector number 144 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Dark Ascension |
|---|---|
| Number | 144 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $0.44 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.05 |
| cardmarket | $0.05 |
| foil | $0.44 |
| Normal | $0.06 |
How collectible is Altar of the Lost?
Altar of the Lost is a Uncommon printing in Dark Ascension. Master set builders use collector number and set symbol to track completion progress. This printing is from Dark Ascension. Collector number 144 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What are the key details for Altar of the Lost?
Altar of the Lost lists as Artifact. Artist: Daarken. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Dark Ascension. Collector number 144 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon.
Cactaur's take
Altar of the Lost (144) from Dark Ascension should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together.
Pros
- Altar of the Lost is catalogued as Uncommon Artifact in Dark Ascension, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $0.44 across finishes (cardmarket: $0.05; foil: $0.44; Normal: $0.06).
- Mana cost {3} and type line Artifact help deck builders confirm the correct printing quickly.
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition and finish — near-mint estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Treat this as a low-stakes master-set slot unless you are paying for gem condition or a specific finish.
FAQ
What is Altar of the Lost from Dark Ascension?
Altar of the Lost is a Uncommon Artifact from Dark Ascension numbered 144 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Altar of the Lost worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $0.44 for ungraded Altar of the Lost. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Altar of the Lost?
Altar of the Lost is catalogued as Uncommon in Dark Ascension. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
Is Altar of the Lost legal in Commander or Standard?
Altar of the Lost shows format legality in modern, legacy, vintage, penny based on our latest ingest. Always verify the exact printing and ban-list updates before registering a deck for an event.
Should I buy Altar of the Lost near mint or played?
Near-mint copies command the catalog reference near $0.44. Heavily played copies trade lower unless the card is a chase rare where any clean copy is scarce.
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